Source: Agence France Presse
Security & Justice
Lebanese Army Evacuates Southern Position After Israeli Threat
The Lebanese army evacuated a newly established position on the outskirts of Deir Mimas in southern Lebanon on Friday after Israeli forces threatened to strike the site, in a confrontation that underscored tensions over the deployment of Lebanese troops in areas where Israeli forces maintain positions.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Israeli Forces Advance Near Southern Lebanese Towns as Shelling Resumes
Israeli military vehicles advanced from the southern Lebanese town of Tiri toward the outskirts of Haddatha in the direction of Haris in the Bint Jbeil district, Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) reported on Friday.
Friday, September 18, 2026
Opinion
A Sovereign Lebanon Serves Israel and Iran Alike
Were Iran and Israel to accept Lebanon’s status as a sovereign state, not only would this be a principled decision – one that is in accordance with the universal values enshrined in the UN Charter – it would also serve both countries’ long-term interests.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Iraq and Lebanon Must Rise Together or Fall One Last Time
If there are two countries in the Middle East that are similarly entangled in the same problems and promises, they would be without a doubt Iraq and Lebanon.
Monday, August 31, 2026
Sports
FIFA Chief to Receive Lebanese Citizenship
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun informed FIFA President Gianni Infantino of his approval to grant him Lebanese citizenship on Tuesday, the head of the Lebanese Football Association told AFP.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Portugal beats Spain to win Nations League
Portugal defeated Spain in penalty kicks 5- 3 to win the UEFA Nations League final late on Sunday after both sides failed to score in extra time following a showdown that ended 2-2.
Monday, June 9, 2025
Tuesday 1 October 2024 11:02:01
Lufthansa Extends Suspension of Beirut, Tel Aviv Flights
German airline group Lufthansa said Tuesday it had extended its suspension of flights to Beirut and Tel Aviv, citing “the current situation in the Middle East.”
Flights to Beirut will now be suspended up to and including November 30, while those to Tel Aviv will be canceled until October 31, the group said in a statement. Flights to Tehran remain canceled until October 14. “We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers,” it added.
